Wheelchair Technician

Overview The Senior Wheelchair Technician will provide technical expertise and is responsible for maintenance, repair, refurbishment and modification of manual and powered wheelchairs and associated equipment. The post holder will support the Workshop Supervisor in providing technical input and assist the Clinicians at the assessment of service user needs. Responsible for training/supp‑port of Technicians in equipment provision ensuring that Technicians have received training and support to compete their competencies and that they are working within their competence. To actively participate, advise and assist the Clinicians in the clinic sessions where adjustments to wheelchairs and seating systems, fitting of belts and harnesses and assembling equipment is required. To make and fit modifications to wheelchairs as requested by Clinicians in line with manufacturers instructions. Give advice to Clinicians as to the technical feasibility of modifications according to manufacturers' guidelines. To fault find and carry out the more complex wheelchair repair and maintenance in the most appropriate location, utilising the Trust vehicle as required. To produce technical drawings of modifications to wheelchairs and actioning and making these. To repair/refurbish manual and powered wheelchairs as per Medical Devices Control Assurance Guidelines. Responsibilities Provide technical input to the Workshop Supervisor and support the Clinicians in the assessment of service user needs. Train and support Technicians in equipment provision, ensuring they are competent and working within their competence. Actively participate, advise and assist Clinicians in clinic sessions where adjustments to wheelchairs and seating systems, fitting of belts and harnesses and assembling equipment is required. Make and fit modifications to wheelchairs as requested by Clinicians in line with manufacturers instructions. Give advice to Clinicians as to the technical feasibility of modifications according to manufacturers' guidelines. Fault find and carry out the more complex wheelchair repair and maintenance in the most appropriate location, utilising the Trust vehicle as required. Produce technical drawings of modifications to wheelchairs and actioning and making these. Repair/refurbish manual and powered wheelchairs as per Medical Devices Control Assurance Guidelines. Sponsorship Eligibility Before applying, you can make a self‑assessment of potential eligibility for sponsorship here: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa Please note, there have been some changes made to Home Office guidance in relation to salary thresholds for sponsorship applications from 9 April 2025 and from 22 July 2025. Working for RDaSH Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected. We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services. We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below: https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/ To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website: https://workwithrdash.co.uk/ We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more: https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q The main terms and conditions of service can be found here: https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook #J-18808-Ljbffr